Summary

Tired of relying on a man to deal with your home repair problems?

Tired of relying on a man to deal with your home repair problems? This bookovers all that you need to know for home improvement and repair. Thisractical, easy-to-follow and unpatronizing guide takes you step-by-stephrough the difficult jobs, and offers careful advice to troubleshoot all theroblems you are likely to encounter.;Anyone can fit a plug, change a washer,ang a picture or unblock a toilet - it's just a matter of knowing how.lison Jenkins guides readers gently from real beginner skills (changing ause) to middle-range competence (tiling a floor). Step-by-step instructions,learly illustrated, demonstrate the more difficult techniques, while carefuldvice covers what might go wrong - and how to fix it if it does. Finally,he author explains when not to do it yourself: when to call in the experts,ow to talk their language, negotiating a fair rate for a good job, and wheno pay.;Subjects covered include: getting a basic toolkit together; odd jobsround the home; laying flooring, basic construction, including putting upictures and shelves; creating storage space; and painting and wallpapering.